As we open up 2014, there’s temptation to look forward to the year in movies that await us. For me, 2013 was a bit underwhelming, especially during the summer, so here’s hoping that 2014’s slate of films picks up the slack a little. Here’s this week’s 5 For Friday: 5 Most Anticipated Films of 2014

5. Godzilla

Release Date: May 16

If it turns out to be a flop, then it’s simply a case of “Fool me twice, shame on me.” With a top-notch cast that includes Bryan Cranston, Elizabeth Olsen, and Ken Watanabe, the new Godzilla will hopefully fall in line with recent films such as Pacific Rim and Super 8 rather than the masterful disaster from 1998.

4. Gone Girl

Release Date: October 3

I haven’t read the best-selling novel by Gillian Flynn, but in the hands of director David Fincher, it sounds like it has the makings…